Activities & Attractions
BIKING & HIKING
Eightly percent of Mackinac Island is State Park land, with 70 miles of roads and trails within the park for biking and hiking. Bike rentals are available on the Island, or you can bring your...more details
BUTTERFLY HOUSES
Mackinac's Original Butterfly House is a must see family experience. This live butterfly exhibit is the first of it's kind in Michigan and the third largest in the United States...more details
CARRIAGE RENTALS AND TOURS
Since motor vehicles are not permitted to intrude on the natural beauty of Mackinac Island, there is no better way to visit this historic isle and see the legendary points of interest than by carriage...more details
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
This snow-covered wonderland is the perfect winter destination, with beautifully groomed trails through serene forests. You will feel like you have the island all to yourself. Cross-country skiing...more details
EXPLORING THE ISLAND
The natural beauty of Mackinac Island State Park is unsurpassed, honored by National Geographic as one of the ten finest in America. Parade Magazine has designated Mackinac Island as one...more details
FORT MACKINAC
Built by the British in 1780 to protect the Great Lakes Fur Trade, Fort Mackinac served as a sentinel in the Straits of Mackinac for 115 years. Today, the original restored...more details
GOLFING
There are two golf courses on Mackinac Island. The Grand Hotel's Jewel and the historic Wawashkamo Golf Club. The Jewel features beautiful, lush landscaping and is meticulously maintained. The Grand nine... more details
HAUNTS OF MACKINAC
Take a step off the beaten path with Haunts of Mackinac and journey into the unknown on a guided tour. Learn about history, legends, and some haunted tales....more details
HORSEBACK RIDING
A favorite pastime from over a century ago, horseback riding is still a main attraction on the island. Mackinac Island is one place where horses always have the right of way...more details
MACKINAC ART MUSEUM
Mackinac Island has long been an inspiring place for artists to visit and hone their talents. The collection at The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum showcases historic treasures...more details
MICHIGAN’S GOVERNOR’S SUMMER RESIDENCE TOURS
This palatial summer cottage was built in 1902 on a bluff overlooking the Straits of Mackinac. It was originally a summer cottage for a Chicago attorney, Lawrence Andrew Young. It was later owned ...more details
SAILING & CHARTERS
Brown Eyed Girl Charters offer private powerboat charters for families and small groups. Cruise the Straits of Mackinac aboard the Brown Eyed Girl II with a certified USCG Master Captain....more details
SHOPPING & FUDGE
The streets on Mackinac Island are bustling with visitors shopping for momentos to take home with them. You can find beautiful casual wear, jewelry, home decor, souvenirs...more details